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It's important to know that since 2013, Red Beach has been on watch for landslides and vulnerable parts of the beach are sanctioned by rope for visitors not to enter. If you're uncomfortable visiting this attraction, but still want to get an eyeful of red cliffs, visit Amoudi Bay.

Located less than a mile southwest of Ancient Akrotiri, this beach earns its name from its towering red cliffs and dark sand. Travelers say the scenery is stunning – be sure to bring a camera to take photos of the stark contrast between the brick red cliffs and the aquamarine water. While the water may look tempting to dip your toes in, travelers strongly suggest choosing a different shoreline as the site of your beach day. Some even suggest skipping this spot entirely for a number of reasons. Travelers have said that there is no paved path to get to the beach. Visitors must park at a parking lot nearby then traverse a rocky pathway to the beach. Some said they didn't know how rugged the path would be prior to visiting and had great trouble making it to the beach without sneakers. Travelers were also keen to point out that the beach is small and unless you get there early or are traveling in the offseason, it can get very crowded very quickly. What's more, the rough, rocky sand made it hard for a lot of visitors to really kick back and relax. On the other hand, those who did enjoy their experience at Red Beach suggested hiking to the beach (with the proper footwear) to get a look at its incredibly unique geography and leave it at that.

You can get to Akrotiri via the KTEL bus from Fira then walk from the ancient site to the beach. KTEL buses don't go directly to Red Beach, so if you're not up for walking you'll need to get there via car.

Some say Amoudi Bay provides the one of the best views of Santorini's landscape and surrounding water. Many small restaurants in this area serve up the fresh fish caught nearby.
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Hiking from the village of Fira to Oia is one of the most popular activities in Santorini. The hike takes about 4 hours and passes through four villages that sit along the caldera.
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Red Beach is an impressive site with its rocky, red cliffs and turqoise waters. Travelers suggest a visit to take in its unique beauty, but advise against swimming. Read more about how to safely visit Red Beach here.
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